Dr Beumer is a well-travelled, goofy-footed bariatric and general surgeon who rates the Yorke Peninsula as his favourite surf destination, while somehow listing Cactus as both his best and worst surf trip. Desert living, it seems, has a way of doing that.
Nationality
Australian-born
Current Position
Bariatric and General Surgeon
Education and Work Experience
Head of Unit, Upper GI Surgery, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Northern Adelaide Health Network
Private Practice VMO Surgeon
Medical Interests
Early, safe, high-impact surgery, including life-changing metabolic and bariatric surgery, as well as emergency general surgery.
Have You Found Your Niche?
Yes. Early, safe, high-impact surgery, particularly metabolic and bariatric surgery, together with emergency general surgery.
Local Surf Spot
Weekend warrior on the South Australian south coast and the Yorke Peninsula.
Favourite Surf Destination
Yorke Peninsula
Travel Experience
Samoa, New Zealand, Fiji, Bali, Spain, Portugal, Mexico and Costa Rica.
Best Surf Trip Ever
Cactus. Desert dwelling.
Worst Surf Trip Ever
Cactus.
Best Thing About Surfing
The physical and mental reset, time spent in nature, and making memories with friends and family.
Best Surfing Advice You’ve Ever Received
“For a hold-down, relax and just count slowly to 10. You rarely ever get to 10.”
Favourite Surfer in the World, and Why
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Current Go-To Surfboards
- Lost Driver 2.0 — 6’0″
- Paul Gravelle custom step-up — 6’3″
- Paul Gravelle custom performance longboard — 9’0″
Social Media
Instagram: @drbeumerbariatricsurgeon
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